What is the cheapest way to get from Kochi to Kadakkal?

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Kadakkal is to bus which costs ₹410 - ₹550 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kochi to Kadakkal?

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Kadakkal is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,800.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Kadakkal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Kadakkal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Chadayamangalam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Kadakkal?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Kadakkal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Varkala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Kochi to Kadakkal?

The distance between Kochi and Kadakkal is 195 km. The road distance is 169.2 km.

How do I travel from Kochi to Kadakkal without a car?

The best way to get from Kochi to Kadakkal without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,000.

How long does it take to get from Kochi to Kadakkal?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Kochi to Kadakkal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kadakkal bus from?

Kochi to Kadakkal bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ernakulam station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kadakkal train from?

Kochi to Kadakkal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.

Train or bus from Kochi to Kadakkal?

The best way to get from Kochi to Kadakkal is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹410 - ₹550 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Kochi to Kadakkal bus arrive?

Kochi to Kadakkal bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Chadayamangalam station.

Where does the Kochi to Kadakkal train arrive?

Kochi to Kadakkal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varkala station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Kadakkal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Kadakkal is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Kochi to Kadakkal.

Where can I stay near Kadakkal?

There are 36+ hotels available in Kadakkal.

Kochi to Kadakkal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kochi to Kadakkal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Varkalatrain 12075 / ...
3h 17m
₹717–1,975
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Chadayamangalambus
4h 48m
₹412–541
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Kottayamtrain 16303 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kottayam to Chadayamangalambus
4h 26m
₹448–1,427
Drive 169.2 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Kadakkalcar 169.2 km
2h 28m
₹1,908–2,756
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Kadakkaltaxi 169.2 km
2h 28m
₹3,500–4,200

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Distance: 195.2 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Kadakkal, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Varkala every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Ernakulam to Chadayamangalam once daily. Tickets cost ₹230–330 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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